Srinagar 29 July (KNB): On International Tigers Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday greeted the wildlife lovers and those who are passionate about tiger conservation.
PM in his tweet said that “On #InternationalTigerDay, greetings to wildlife lovers, especially those who are passionate about tiger conservation. Home to over 70% of the tiger population globally, we reiterate our commitment to ensuring safe habitats for our tigers and nurturing tiger-friendly eco-systems.”
He further added that India is home to 51 tiger reserves spread across 18 states. The last tiger census of 2018 showed a rise in the tiger population. “India achieved the target of doubling the tiger population 4 years ahead of the schedule of the St. Petersburg Declaration on Tiger Conservation,” he added.
The PM further said that India’s strategy of tiger conservation attaches topmost importance to involving local communities. “We are also inspired by our centuries old ethos of living in harmony with all flora and fauna with whom we share our great planet,” the PM said. (KNB)